Metal News for August 27, 2002
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8 news articles posted on this day.
Dark Angel Reform
Classic American extreme metallers Dark Angel have regrouped, with four of the musicians who appeared on their classic album ‘Leave Scars’: guitarists Jim Durkin and Eric Meyer, vocalist Ron Rinehart and drummer Gene Hoglan. More news is expected soon on their plans.
Cradle Of Filth Lose Guitarist
Cradle Of Filth have parted with guitarist Gian Pyres, as they work on new album ‘Damnation & A Day’. Pyres wants to pursue a different musical direction, and the split is said to be amicable.
Drowning Pool Tribute DVD
Drowning Pool are currently putting together a DVD in tribute to their late frontman Dave Williams who died recently. The band are looking for contributions from fans. If you’ve got any mementos of Williams – photos, video footage, etc. – which you’re prepared to lend them, then email: press@winduprecords.com. The first $250,000 made from this DVD will be used to buy Williams’ parents a house, something he always wanted to do. That's a pretty cool idea, if you ask me...
Dez Fafara's Deathride
Coal Chamber frontman Dez Fafara has apparently started a side project called Deathride. The band are currently working on demos for their first album.
Down vs Adema
According to on the spot reports members of Down and Adema got into a fight backstage after the Ozzfest show in St. Louis recently. Exactly what caused the scuffle has yet to be confirmed, but fortunately a major confrontation was avoided.
Dee Snider Radio Dropped
Dee Snider Radio, the syndicated radio program hosted by former TWISTED SISTER frontman Dee Snider, has reportedly parted ways with WMRQ/Clear Channel Communications. The following is a message purported to have been posted by Dee on the DSR fan site deesniderradio-peeps.org: More...
Apocalyptica Work on Fourth
APOCALYPTICA have commenced the recording sessions for their as-yet-untitled fourth CD, tentatively due for release in late January. More...
Godsmack Releasing The Demons
Godsmack aim to start recording their new album shortly with producer David Bottrill. It’s expected to be called ‘Releasing The Demons’ and issued next year. This will be their first record with new drummer Shannon Larkin.
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